Important Dates

Please review these dates before applying. These dates are firm; the Foundation will not accommodate requests for changes to these dates.

• Truman Application Deadline: February 2, 2027
  • Submit materials by 11:59 pm, your time zone
• Foundation Confirms Receipt of Materials by: February 8, 2027
• Finalists Notified: February 15, 2027
• Finalist Confirmation Due: February 18, 2027
  • Must be received by 9:00 am ET
• Finalist Posting: February 19, 2027
• Regional Review Panels: March 1, 2027 through April 15, 2027
• Scholar Posting: April 23, 2027
• Truman Scholars Leadership Week: May 25, 2027 through May 30, 2027

Please consult Regional Review Panels for a more detailed listing of our interview dates and locations. Candidates must attend the interview date that corresponds to the home address provided in their application.